Soccer J1 Round 1 Vissel Kobe wins against Jubilo Iwata. FC Machida Zelvia, who won last season's J2 championship, drew 1-1 with Gamba Osaka.
Kawasaki Frontale came from behind to beat Shonan Bellmare 2-1 thanks to a goal from new player Ellison. Albirex Niigata beat Sagan Tosu 2- 1.Cerezo Osaka vs. FC Tokyo drew 2-2. The remaining two games of Round 1 will be played on the 25th.